Counting Us 3.8.0

The Counting Us app serves as a monitoring and evaluation tool designed to assist communities in conducting their annual Point in Time (PIT) homeless census. Volunteers can easily gather crucial data by downloading the app, creating an account, and completing brief surveys when engaging with individuals or families experiencing homelessness.

• Built-in surveys facilitate count volunteers in capturing essential information required for the region to meet Federal reporting obligations concerning the accurate completion of a point in time homeless census.
• The app utilizes the device's GPS feature to pinpoint the precise location of each survey.
• Counting Us can recognize if a user has an Internet connection; in case of offline access, survey data is stored on the device for later submission.
• It is compatible with devices of various sizes and operating systems, running smoothly on both smartphones and tablets.
• Seamless integration with the Point in Time Regional Command Center facilitates count administrators in supervising the entire census process, ensuring comprehensive coverage and precise data collection.

This assessment and evaluation tool for homelessness play a pivotal role in aiding the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) determine the scope of homelessness nationwide. The census not only provides crucial insights at a national level but also empowers regions to track their advancements towards creating safe and stable living conditions for every member of the community.